Council comes out for community feedback
The Coonamble Shire Council asked the community how they envision the future of Coonamble at their community consultations held between 18 to 20 March in Coonamble, Gulargambone, and Quambone. Responses …
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Relocated bore baths ‘still a viable project’
After months of considering the future of the bore bath project, the Coonamble Shire Council has set its sights on returning the proposed Artesian Spa (bore baths) project to the …
Gular pool amenities overdue for a make-over
PHOTO: Deputy Mayor Steven Butler checks the entry prices at Gulargambone Pool. The current swimming season may be winding down but Gulargambone’s residents would like to see their pool facilities …
Time to have your say on Council’s plans
The Coonamble Shire Council is hosting its first community consultation sessions in three years as part of the Community Strategic Plan 2025-2035. Residents will decide which topics they believe are …
Councillors block grant bid for Youth program
PHOTO: Youth Empowerment Program leader Azita Sobhani speaking to MTM-FM alongside program participants on 29 November 2024. The future of the Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) is in doubt after shire …
Council moves to address possible water bill shock
Coonamble Shire Council has given a 60-day extension on water bill payments for residents hit by faulty usage readings last year. Council staff are working to verify the bill amounts …
Near miss a reminder of the need for safer pool parking
PHOTO: Local resident Jim Parsons says witnessing a possible tragedy pushed him to speak up on the need for off-street parking near the swimming pool. A hair-raising encounter on the …
A real trashy problem
Around one third of households and business premises in Coonamble are putting out more bins than they paid for, a council survey showed. “This meant more operational costs for council, …
FROM THE MAYOR’S DESK
I am pleased to present to you my Mayoral report for December 2024. Country Mayors Association meeting On Friday 15 November the General Manager and I attended the Annual General …